I would have no idea what value of a 10 year old sporty would be, but I recently picked a brand new '06 883 Custom from the stealer for $7,800 (plus tax/license).

I would think you should be able to get something newer for same $$$.

Good luck! Ride safe!

 

????? Don't understand your statement. I'm not sure what it WAS BACK IN 1997. I was guessing it was $9000 BACK THEN. Wouldn't pay that much for that year now. Although I'm starting to think it WAS less then that BACK in 1997.

All I'm saying is I am surprise how much people are trying to sell them for used. In my case someone is selling an 1997 (1200cc) for $4000, which is the cheapest I found for that year and newer here in California.

If anyone can find that year or newer for equal or less money let me know. (in California) I have found people selling 1987 (20 years old) for $3500.
Friend wants 1200cc. Sounds like you got a good deal on your '06 883.

I hope we can a 2000 for about $4000. We are still looking the guy selling backed out of the sale just now, said he had a change of heart selling his dads bike. OK

If anyone finds a good deal on a 1200cc Sportster in Northern California around $4000.... Please let know. Thanks

 

What I meant was that if you can buy a 2007 for that amount I doubt very much that a new '97 sold for that amount in '97.

 

Hey Guys Thanks for all your help in finding a Sportster



Just picked up a 1998 Sportster XLH 883. Great clean condition, 6000 miles for only $3600. Pick it up in San Francisco Saturday morning. For here in California that is dirt cheap. This thing rides great and handles very nicely. Could use a little more power and a lower profile compared to my FLSTF.

Thanks. I'll be here in the Sportster fourm now too.

 

The most important thing you can look for in a Used Sportster is my email address or phone # at the bottom of the ad.

 

"I noticed some Sportster have forward controls and others have mid-shifters. Is this an option. If it has mid can it be converted to forward?"

Yes, this was an option.

And yes, you can change it to a forward controll setup. It just takes cash.

I have an '01 Sporty 1200 XLH w/ mid controls. I added highway pegs for streteched out highway running. But I like the mid controlls we going through the twisties.

 

You selling a Sportster?


Yeah. this one already has the forward controls installed by previous owner. I perfer the forwards.

First mod would be a new solo seat and narrow drag bars.

 

Yes but I'm in New England and this bike accidentily got ridden so it has miles on it. (20,000)2003 1200C click the camera, there are some pix. I does have foward controls, drag bars, saddlebags, 2 seats, backrest, windshield, Iso grips & pegs, fork bag and chrome goodies. A matching xl helmet, and cover.